The history of The Macallan can be traced back to the early 19th century in Scotland, where a local farmer and teacher named Alexander Reid distilled surplus barley during the winter months. In 1824 Reid turned his winter hobby into a profession and purchased 8 acres of land from the Earl of Seafield and established […]
Single Malt Whisky
NEW Laphroaig Lore Launches in Australia
Since 1815, each Laphroaig Distillery Manager has been the custodian of the craft to make the richest single malt in the world. Over the years, each has passed on their skills and traditions to the next generation to continue this legacy. To honour this passing of knowledge, the Laphroaig Distillery Manager John Campbell has created […]
Ardbeg Dark Cove Released in Australia
Ardbeg will release their 2016 Ardbeg Day Limited Edition bottle on 1 June 2016. The initial release notes are as follows: “Its colour is that of copper stills in moonlight. Its nose – dark chocolate, rich treacle toffee and distant bonfires – betrays a secret: a clandestine meeting of Ardbeg matured in ex-Bourbon casks and […]
Glenmorangie Signet Wins 2016 Whisky of the Year
Regularly rated as one of the world’s ten best whiskies Glenmorangie Signet has gone on to win the 2016 Whisky of the Year in Chicago. The 7th edition of the International Whisky Competition took place in Chicago over three days, from 20 to 22 April 2016 and received over 160 entries. A world-class tasting panel […]
Auchentoshan American Oak launches
The American Oak is the new entry level whisky in the Auchentoshan single malt range. The whisky has been created to appeal to new whisky drinkers and has been solely matured in first fill American oak casks, which have previously held bourbon. It will replace the current Classic expression. The Auchentoshan American Oak was launched in […]
Glenmorangie Whisky and Lamborghini
Since 1843, Glenmorangie has been on a journey as an industry pioneer. In 2013, Glenmorangie celebrates The Glenmorangie 1963 by re-releasing 50 bottles of this rare single malt scotch whisky. The Glenmorangie 1963 is not only a sublime sensory experience but the pioneer of extra maturation for the whisky industry. Born in 1963, 2013 also […]